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First Things First

FOX Sports
NFL
Kansas City Chiefs
Lamar Jackson
Patrick Mahomes
Philadelphia Eagles
Dallas Cowboys
Jalen Hurts
New England Patriots
Josh Allen
Baltimore Ravens
Super Bowl
Buffalo Bills
Drake May
NFL Playoffs
Eagles
Drake Maye
Seattle Seahawks
Green Bay Packers
Matthew Stafford
Ravens

First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.

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Latest Episodes

(0:00) Spurs vs. Knicks Game 2

(27:27) Should Baker Mayfield get a contract extension?

(40:58) What would another Knicks blowout mean?

(48:12) Will Wemby be the favorite for MVP next season?

(01:07:43) Game 2 X-Factor, Could the Spurs overcome a ... more

(0:00) Knicks beat Spurs in Game 1, Alex Rodriguez joins

(29:32) Surprised Karl-Anthony Towns outplayed Victor Wembanyama?

(35:25) Jalen Brunson dominates 4th quarter

(43:02) BUD List

(01:05:06) Wemby ‘has to play normal, not good’, Should the Kn... more

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(0:00) Spurs vs. Knicks Game 1 preview

(24:20) Caleb Williams Madden 27 cover, Will he take another leap?

(40:08) Better for NBA if Spurs or Knicks win the title?

(47:30) Most to Gain & Lose

(01:09:00) Will Jalen Brunson outplay Victor Wembanyama... more

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(0:00) Patriots trade for A.J. Brown, Will Jalen Hurts take a step forward or back?

(24:58) Spurs vs. Knicks Finals picks, Who will be the X-Factor?

(40:33) Who is the Rams’ biggest threat in the NFC?

(47:07) Club Superstar 5.0

(01:05:52) Will Dr... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Hoyer
Former NFL quarterback, Super Bowl champion
Minnesota Vikings (guest spot)
Episode: Spurs vs. Thunder Game 6 preview, A.J Brown trade rumors, Wemby under pressure, BUD List
Hank Azaria
Actor, guest analyst on Knicks segment
NBC/Various
Episode: Thunder beat Spurs in Game 5, Patrick Mahomes practices at OTAs, Hank Azaria joins, Nick’s Tiers
Tony Meola
Former US Men's National Team goalkeeper and Kansas City legend
US Soccer / Kansas City
Episode: Knicks sweep Cavaliers, Indy 500 Champ Felix Rosenqvist joins, Wemby vs. SGA, King of the Hill
Mario Andretti
Iconic Indy 500 champion
IndyCar legend
Episode: Kyle Busch dies at 41, Knicks up 2-0, Scott McLaughlin and Jimmie Johnson join from Indy 500
Scott McLaughlin
IndyCar driver
Team Penske
Episode: Kyle Busch dies at 41, Knicks up 2-0, Scott McLaughlin and Jimmie Johnson join from Indy 500
Scott Dixon
Six-time IndyCar champion and Indy 500 winner
Chip Ganassi Racing
Episode: Thunder win Game 2 vs. Spurs, Alex Palou, Scott Dixon, & Josef Newgarden join from Indy 500
Sting Ray Robb
Indy 500 competitor
Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing
Episode: Thunder win Game 2 vs. Spurs, Alex Palou, Scott Dixon, & Josef Newgarden join from Indy 500
Landon Donovan
Former U.S. Men's National Team star, World Cup contributor
USA Soccer / FOX
Episode: Knicks comeback vs. Cavs in Game 1, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 2, Landon Donovan joins
Sam Amick
Senior NBA Writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Cavaliers eliminate Pistons, SGA wins MVP, Aaron Rodgers re-signs with Steelers, Chiefs winners?

Hosts

Nick Wright
Host of First Things First; lead discussion and discussion framing
Chris Broussard
Co-host; provides analysis, reactions, and perspective
Kevin Wildes
Co-host; engages in debate and banter; roundtable dynamic

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Pass

    Podcast Addict
    1
    J Mac
    4 days ago
  • Love This Pod & Show

    1st T/Y For Giving It To s.a.s. he’s A Horrible POS “Officials Referees Stripes Zebras” WHATEVER You Want To Call^THEM^& This Year Especially They’ve Been Horrible Terrible Dwn-Right BAD.! Please Excuse Me But We Have To FN Go There. RACISM Is EVERYWHERE & Because of “maga” AND maga Is EVERYWHERE & Yes NBA NFL etc RACISM Is The Most Dangerous EVIL Thing Ever. I Don’t Believe It’s ALL YT’s But 1-Is Enough To Spoil A Whole Bunch.! 1-🍊Ruining The WORLD. Watching Lakers vs Thunder On Thur 05/07/26 ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States10 days ago
  • Where’s Chris Broussard? 👀

    Was that Chris Broussard who took a pop at Trump? Sure as hell looked like him…. 👀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    frankwhitenyking
    United Statesa month ago
  • Positivity

    The reason I love this show so much is because all the others shows on tv, especially on espn are so negative and make me not want to watch sports, this show makes me love sports and I appreciate that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    49ers legit es foetnite
    United States2 months ago
  • The absolute best show on TV

    The only reason it’s 4 stars is because the person responsible for editing, and posting the podcast takes longer than any other show, which is weird.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Guess that emoji cheats lol
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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A few comments call for more post-show content or deeper analysis.
Listeners praise chemistry and diverse perspectives among hosts.
Many appreciate the insightful, balanced debates on major sports events.
Fans like the guest selections and cross-sport discussions.
Some feedback notes ad pacing and editing/read timing could improve.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#3
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Apple Podcasts
#28
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
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Apple Podcasts
#4
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#84
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#199
United Kingdom/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Knicks sweep Cavaliers, Indy 500 Champ Felix Rosenqvist joins, Wemby vs. SGA, King of the Hill
Q: Which team would be the Knicks' best matchup in the Finals depending on who advances?
Analysts suggest the Thunder present the tougher matchup due to elite defense and wings, but injuries could tilt toward the Spurs if health improves; overall, the Knicks would prepare for either by leveraging Brunson's playmaking and Wembanyama's unique defensive calculus.
Knicks comeback vs. Cavs in Game 1, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 2, Landon Donovan joins
Q: What went wrong for the Cavaliers in the final stretch?
A combination of self-inflicted turnovers, defensive lapses, and decision-making by coach Kenny Atkinson that allowed the Knicks to repeatedly capitalize on every stop and pull ahead late.
Cavaliers eliminate Pistons, SGA wins MVP, Aaron Rodgers re-signs with Steelers, Chiefs winners?
Q: Who do you think has the clearer path to the conference finals MVP, Knicks or Cavs?
The Knicks are favored to win the East and Brunson is highlighted as a strong candidate for Eastern Conference Finals MVP, while Donovan Mitchell is also in the mix but Brunson appears to have a clearer, consistent impact in the series path.
Thunder win Game 1 vs. Lakers, Joel Embiid out Game 2, Tim Ream joins, King of the Hill
Q: What did Embiid's absence mean for the Sixers in the upcoming game?
It elevated the Knicks' perceived advantage and forced the Sixers to rely more heavily on Maxey and others, with the Knicks favored to win though Philly could still surprise depending on how others step up.
Lakers take Game 2 vs. Rockets, Wemby in concussion protocol, Isaiah Thomas joins, Nick’s Tiers
Q: What did you think about LeBron's performance and how sustainable is it?
LeBron's performance was exceptional, orchestrating the offense and filling gaps as needed; the bigger question is whether the supporting cast can maintain the level of shooting and decision-making as games come fast and injuries accumulate.

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The show features a fast-paced, opinionated sports roundtable led by three veteran hosts who tackle the biggest stories across basketball, football, and broader sports. Episodes mix sharp analysis, cross-sport banter, and guest appearances from top athletes and media figures, with frequent sponsor reads and timely debates on current seasons, playoffs, and major events. The format emphasizes quick takes, quantified fan engagement, and strong chemistry among hosts, making it a reliable destination for fans who want bold perspectives and accessible, hour‑long discussions on the day's top sports topics.

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2. Hank Azaria
3. Tony Meola
4. Mario Andretti
5. Scott McLaughlin
6. Scott Dixon
7. Sting Ray Robb
8. Landon Donovan

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